Mechanic

Armstrong International – Intelligent Solutions in Steam, Air and Hot Water

Winston-Salem (NC)

On-site

USD 52,000 - 78,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision coverage

Flex Spending Account

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Armstrong International – Intelligent Solutions in Steam, Air and Hot Water in Winston-Salem, NC seeks a Maintenance Mechanic to support multiple sites. You will perform daily maintenance on steam, air, water treatment, and HVAC systems, using manuals and best practices to ensure reliable operations.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and timely execution, reporting to the Lead Mechanic and Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications

Maintenance Mechanic applies mechanical knowledge of utility systems (steam, compressed air, water treatment, HVAC) to plant maintenance and repair tasks.
Ability to read and follow manuals, drawings and schematics for equipment upkeep and repairs.
Experience with equipment alignment, balancing, and vibration analysis is preferred.
Familiarity with safety standards and lockout/tagout procedures to protect workers and equipment.

Responsibilities

Perform self-directed maintenance to ensure safe, correct, and timely work completion.
Maintain clear communication with Armstrong personnel and client contacts to anticipate needs.
Conduct routine area, tool, and equipment inspections and tests.
Follow lockout/tagout procedures and maintain compliance with safety rules.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Rotating equipment

Piping

Mechanical theory

Electrical theory

Hydraulics

Safety procedures

Reading manuals

Documentation

CMMS/ERP familiarity

Education

Vocational training

Tools

Lotus Notes/SharePoint

CMMS/ERP (Maximo, SAP, IFS)

MS Office

Job description

Vacancy Name Mechanic Vacancy No VN867 Employment Type Full-Time Shift Duration (if temporary) Location Country United States Location State North Carolina Location City Winston - Salem

DescriptionThe Maintenance Mechanic will support the needs of their primary O&M site, in this case both the Tobaccoville and Whitaker Park facilities and other Armstrong Service projects to ensure high levels of customer service that result in client satisfaction and an enjoyable experience for all. Maintenance Mechanic’s provide daily general maintenance, supporting the needs of their O&M costumer site, and other Armstrong Service projects to ensure high levels of customer service that result in client satisfaction. They must apply mechanical knowledge of various utility systems (steam, compressed air, water treatment, HVAC, etc.) to perform all regular and non-routine plant maintenance, including utility operations and clerical work. Able to use manuals and other resources to apply that knowledge to utility plant maintenance and other diverse requirements of the job.

They report to the Lead Mechanic and take direction from the Maintenance Manager and Site Manager. Once trained and qualified, they would work unsupervised and/or alone applying a level of skill and judgement that leads to quick and accurate decisions while having some latitude to make changes within prescribed standards. Their actions should avoid physical harm to personnel, costly damage to equipment, and health hazard to the public, interruption of service to the client or fines by a regulatory agency.

Key Responsibilities

Perform in a self-directed manner, including foreseeing the need for work and ensuring that the work in completed safely and correctly
Maintain superior communication with Armstrong personnel and appropriate customer personnel, knowing the needs of the customer before they have to ask us for it
Perform daily, weekly, monthly, annual and other required area, tool and equipment checks, tests and inspections
Perform lockout / tagout procedures and work within lockout / tagout and confined space requirements
Monitor gauges, control systems or other indicators to make sure utility equipment is working properly
Collect and record data: photos, run hours, operating cycles, etc. to prepare and maintain logs, reports and other documentation
Adjust controls, start and stop pumps, adjust valves, and operate electric switches and valve controls, while cooperating with Operations, as necessary to safely perform work
Enter work requests and manage work orders
Perform all routine maintenance and inspections on equipment, such as cleaning, painting, lubrication, oil changes, packing adjustments, belt and filter changes, internal boiler annuals, pump rebuilds, etc.
Perform routine welding and pipefitting repairs within their capabilities, training or qualifications
Maintain, calibrate and repair utility equipment
Perform precision rotating equipment alignments
Test and troubleshoot individual components to determine necessary repairs
Determine types of equipment, tools, and materials needed for jobs
Inventory, inspect and maintain supplies, tools and equipment
Identify and correct root cause of malfunctions
Estimate time and material requirements for jobs
Record repairs and maintenance performed along with materials used
Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and team mates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person to insure transparency and avoid surprises
Report malfunctions and unusual trends or conditions to Lead Technician, Maintenance Manager and operations personnel
Notify supervisor immediately of exceptions; safety, downtime, etc.
Perform all work in accordance with local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations and in compliance with all departmental safety policies and procedures. This includes using appropriate safety devices and equipment
As requested, serve as plant safety representative. Duties include evaluating safety-related equipment or procedures and making recommendations; maintaining Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) and inventories; scheduling and arranging safety training classes, and monitoring adherence to departmental safety policies
May be assigned responsibility of Lead Technician in their absence
As directed, conduct individual projects, such as development of procedures, equipment bill of materials, etc.
Complete required training
Perform clerical and administrative duties as necessary
May be required in emergency situations to report to work during unscheduled time, or to remain over the end of shift and maintain flexibility in shift schedules and work that supports their site
Assist ASI team members with understanding rules, policies, procedures or regulations
Self-evaluate performance
Assist team with employment interviews
Anaylzing information and evaluating results that will assist the ASI team with the best solution and solve problems
Make suggestions for changes to existing procedures
Anaylzing information and evaluating results that will assist with the best solution and solve problems
Conduct or attend planning meetings, Toolbox Discussions, etc.

Key Requirements

A strong understanding of thermodynamic, rotating equipment, piping, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic theory and application, and be able to use manuals and other resources to apply that knowledge in boiler plant operations and other diverse requirements of the job
Ability to read and understanding equipment instruction and maintenance manuals, drawings, schematics, and blueprints
Understanding of mathematics: arithmetic, algebra, geometry and their application
Understanding of equipment alignment, balancing and vibration
Understanding of non-destructive testing
The ability to perform a variety of clerical functions, including typing correspondence, making legible and orderly entries in logs and work order reports, and maintaining files
Ability to focus and pay attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate
Ability to give and follow effective oral and written instructions
The ability to supervise the work of others occasionally as required
Monitoring/Assessing performance of self and others to make improvements or take corrective action
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong… recognizing there is a problem, develop and implement solutions
Ability to focus on tasks in spite of distraction and interruptions making the best use of available time and resources
Balance quality of work with meeting deadlines
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences
In addition to general computer, tablet, smartphone, camera use, have ability to use a variety of instruments and hand tools
Preferred / optional ability to use Lotus Notes/SharePoint, email, Microsoft Office, and CMMS/ERP (Maximo, SAP, IFS, etc.)
Education LevelVocational Experience Level2 years